Low-Carb Spices & Seasonings Guide

18 items classified under standard Low-Carb guidelines.

This guide covers all 18 spices & seasonings classified under Low-Carb guidelines. Low-Carb evaluates foods primarily by carbohydrate content, which determines how each item in this category is classified.

Spices & Seasonings are universally compatible with Low-Carb. Each item listed here is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.

Quick Reference

Food Status Net carbs (per 100g)
Basil Allowed 1g
Black Pepper Allowed 21.2g
Cayenne Pepper Allowed 29.4g
Chili Powder Allowed 1.9g
Cinnamon Allowed 40.9g
Cumin Allowed 33.7g
Everything Bagel Seasoning Allowed 50.8g
Garlic Powder Allowed 63.7g
Ginger Allowed 15.8g
Nutmeg Allowed 0g
Onion Powder Allowed 63.9g
Oregano Allowed 26.4g
Paprika Allowed 19.1g
Saffron Allowed 61.5g
Salt Allowed 0g
Taco Seasoning Allowed 12.1g
Turmeric Allowed 44.4g
Vanilla Extract Allowed 12.6g

Classification Breakdown

18 Allowed — These spices & seasonings are low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target.

Low-carb spans from about 150g/day down to 20g/day, so the same food can be in or out depending on which end of the spectrum.

Allowed Spices & Seasonings (18)

Basil

Allowed

At 1g net carbs per 100g, Basil falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Among the 18 items in this category, basil sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Chili Powder at 1.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

23kcalCalories
3.2gProtein
0.6gFat
2.7gCarbs
1.6gFiber
1gNet Carbs

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Black Pepper

Allowed

Black Pepper is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 21.2g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Within this category, it falls between Paprika and Oregano for net carbs, ranking 9 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

279kcalCalories
0gProtein
0.1gFat
21.2gCarbs
0gFiber
21.2gNet Carbs

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Cayenne Pepper

Allowed

Cayenne Pepper is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 29.4g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 12g protein and 17.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Oregano and Cumin for net carbs, ranking 11 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

318kcalCalories
12gProtein
17.3gFat
56.6gCarbs
27.2gFiber
29.4gNet Carbs

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Chili Powder

Allowed

With 1.9g net carbs per 100g, Chili Powder earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 13.3g protein and 8.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 18 items in this category, chili powder sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Taco Seasoning at 12.1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

139kcalCalories
13.3gProtein
8.2gFat
2.4gCarbs
0.5gFiber
1.9gNet Carbs

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Cinnamon

Allowed

Cinnamon is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 40.9g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 7.1g protein and 5.3g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Cumin and Turmeric for net carbs, ranking 13 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

253kcalCalories
7.1gProtein
5.3gFat
44.4gCarbs
3.5gFiber
40.9gNet Carbs

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Cumin

Allowed

With 33.7g net carbs per 100g, Cumin earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 17.8g protein and 22.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cayenne Pepper and Cinnamon for net carbs, ranking 12 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

375kcalCalories
17.8gProtein
22.3gFat
44.2gCarbs
10.5gFiber
33.7gNet Carbs

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Everything Bagel Seasoning

Allowed

With 50.8g net carbs per 100g, Everything Bagel Seasoning earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, everything bagel seasoning also provides 10.6g protein and 422mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Turmeric at 44.4g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

264kcalCalories
10.6gProtein
1.3gFat
52.4gCarbs
1.6gFiber
50.8gNet Carbs

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Garlic Powder

Allowed

With 63.7g net carbs per 100g, Garlic Powder earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, garlic powder also provides 16.6g protein and 9g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Saffron at 61.5g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

331kcalCalories
16.6gProtein
0.7gFat
72.7gCarbs
9gFiber
63.7gNet Carbs

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Ginger

Allowed

Ginger is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 15.8g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Within this category, it falls between Vanilla Extract and Paprika for net carbs, ranking 7 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

80kcalCalories
1.8gProtein
0.8gFat
17.8gCarbs
2gFiber
15.8gNet Carbs

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Nutmeg

Allowed

With 0g net carbs per 100g, Nutmeg earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, nutmeg also provides 100g fat per 100g. Among the 18 items in this category, nutmeg sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Salt at 0g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

884kcalCalories
0gProtein
100gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Onion Powder

Allowed

Onion Powder is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 63.9g net carbs per 100g. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 10.4g protein and 15.2g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Garlic Powder at 63.7g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

341kcalCalories
10.4gProtein
1gFat
79.1gCarbs
15.2gFiber
63.9gNet Carbs

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Oregano

Allowed

Oregano is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 26.4g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9g protein and 42.5g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Black Pepper and Cayenne Pepper for net carbs, ranking 10 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

265kcalCalories
9gProtein
4.3gFat
68.9gCarbs
42.5gFiber
26.4gNet Carbs

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Paprika

Allowed

With 19.1g net carbs per 100g, Paprika earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, paprika also provides 14.1g protein and 12.9g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Ginger and Black Pepper for net carbs, ranking 8 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

282kcalCalories
14.1gProtein
12.9gFat
54gCarbs
34.9gFiber
19.1gNet Carbs

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Saffron

Allowed

Saffron is classified as Allowed on Low-Carb, with 61.5g net carbs per 100g. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 11.4g protein and 5.9g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Everything Bagel Seasoning at 50.8g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

310kcalCalories
11.4gProtein
5.9gFat
65.4gCarbs
3.9gFiber
61.5gNet Carbs

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Salt

Allowed

At 0g net carbs per 100g, Salt falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. The classification reflects that it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 38800mg sodium per serving. Among the 18 items in this category, salt sits at the low end for net carbs — next closest is Basil at 1g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

0kcalCalories
0gProtein
0gFat
0gCarbs
0gFiber
0gNet Carbs

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Taco Seasoning

Allowed

With 12.1g net carbs per 100g, Taco Seasoning earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. It also contains 6.7g protein and 9.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Chili Powder and Vanilla Extract for net carbs, ranking 5 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

170kcalCalories
6.7gProtein
9.2gFat
15.1gCarbs
3gFiber
12.1gNet Carbs

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Turmeric

Allowed

At 44.4g net carbs per 100g, Turmeric falls into the Allowed category under Low-Carb guidelines. It is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Beyond the primary classification, turmeric also provides 9.7g protein and 22.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for net carbs. The nearest lower option is Cinnamon at 40.9g.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

312kcalCalories
9.7gProtein
3.3gFat
67.1gCarbs
22.7gFiber
44.4gNet Carbs

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Vanilla Extract

Allowed

With 12.6g net carbs per 100g, Vanilla Extract earns a Allowed classification on Low-Carb. This means it is low enough in carbohydrates to fit within a typical low-carb daily target. Within this category, it falls between Taco Seasoning and Ginger for net carbs, ranking 6 of 18.

Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central

288kcalCalories
0.1gProtein
0.1gFat
12.6gCarbs
0gFiber
12.6gNet Carbs

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